since I did the vermiculite myself (and it is the first time ever that I work with any kind of concrete/cement), I need to sand it down and try to make it presentable so it needs to be dry...
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I should also add that I have a gut feeling that the concrete guy “missed” the marking that I left regarding finish dimensions, so I think I need to add a bit of height before the liner goes in…..
The liner will have some (quite a bit really) stretch to it so ..........it should be okay.
Well, where there is a will there is way!!! Still far from done, but at least my kid got to get wet yesterday 
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- Jun 1, 2018
- 14,371
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
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- Jun 18, 2014
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- Pool Size
- 32000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- CircuPool RJ-60 Plus
What's amazing is that you did all this in a fraction of the time what most others have done that have hired someone to build them a pool. Anyone that signed a contract recently is still a year behind you.
Looking great! Now you have a place to cool off while you work.
Looking great! Now you have a place to cool off while you work.
I started to fill the pool yesterday, and of course my kid (and me) what to get in it....... I order some liquid chlorine, and I can probably figure out how much to add..... is there anything else that I should be putting in until they get my equipment running???? (I order my tf testing kit but I havent received it yet...... TIA
- Jun 1, 2018
- 14,371
- Pool Size
- 26000
- Surface
- Vinyl
- Chlorine
- Salt Water Generator
- SWG Type
- Hayward Aqua Rite (T-15)
5ppm worth of liquid each day until your kit comes
PoolMath will help you calculate the amount (you will need to estimate how many gallons of water you currently have in the pool)
Pour it in slowly, away from the liner (usually in front of a running return) but you can use the stream of the running hose since I don’t think you’re up & running yet.
Brush the area well so none rests on the liner (as it’s heavier than water).
You will need some cya (stabilizer) as well (30 ppm worth (about 5 lbs.once the pool is filled to start- then at least 5 more pounds later- after circulating & testing after the first addition to eventually reach around 70ppm) so get some of that purchased. It’s usually in 4# bags.
we recommend putting the amount poolmath calls for an a sock
/splitting it between multiple socks & hanging it infront of a return until it is squishy then you can squeeze it until it all dissolves. You don’t want the granules or the sock to get on the liner. You will also need some muriatic acid on hand to lower ph if necessary (usually sold in 2 gallon packages)
You will need to purchase enough salt to operate your swg. About 3000 ppm worth. Poolmath says about 480# or 12 40lb bags. You won’t be dumping it all in at once. Add 3/4 of the amount then let it circulate 24hrs and test before adding enough to reach your goal. Then let it circulate again for 24 hours & retest. The swg should be off during this time.
They sell all of these at lowes & Home Depot in the pool area. The only thing to avoid is clorox pool salt. The others should be ok .
To recap:
* 5ppm worth of liquid chlorine daily until you can test so you don’t get swampy
Shopping List;
*Liquid chlorine - several gallons as you’ll be using it daily until your swg is up & running
*Cya- 10-12 lbs.
*Muriatic Acid - a couple gallons to have on hand
*Salt - 480# —— twelve 40# bags
*A brush & a skim net with a pole if you don’t already have one
Congratulations! Getting the liner in and filling with water is such a huge milestone.
+1. I had a filthy pool for 2 months until the patio was finished. Then I had a moderately dirty pool for 2 more months until the grass grew and the yard was back together.
But in the meantime, it was HOT and the pool was wet. So.
But in the meantime, it was HOT and the pool was wet. So.
I have been so busy, that I haven't had the time to reply and say THANK YOU!!! for this info. it is an incredibly helpful. Thank you for taking the time. AND specially, thank you for the shopping list!!5ppm worth of liquid each day until your kit comes
PoolMath will help you calculate the amount (you will need to estimate how many gallons of water you currently have in the pool)
Pour it in slowly, away from the liner (usually in front of a running return) but you can use the stream of the running hose since I don’t think you’re up & running yet.
Brush the area well so none rests on the liner (as it’s heavier than water).
You will need some cya (stabilizer) as well (30 ppm worth (about 5 lbs.once the pool is filled to start- then at least 5 more pounds later- after circulating & testing after the first addition to eventually reach around 70ppm) so get some of that purchased. It’s usually in 4# bags.
we recommend putting the amount poolmath calls for an a sock
You will also need some muriatic acid on hand to lower ph if necessary (usually sold in 2 gallon packages)
You will need to purchase enough salt to operate your swg. About 3000 ppm worth. Poolmath says about 480# or 12 40lb bags. You won’t be dumping it all in at once. Add 3/4 of the amount then let it circulate 24hrs and test before adding enough to reach your goal. Then let it circulate again for 24 hours & retest. The swg should be off during this time.
They sell all of these at lowes & Home Depot in the pool area. The only thing to avoid is clorox pool salt. The others should be ok .
To recap:
* 5ppm worth of liquid chlorine daily until you can test so you don’t get swampy
Shopping List;
*Liquid chlorine - several gallons as you’ll be using it daily until your swg is up & running
*Cya- 10-12 lbs.
*Muriatic Acid - a couple gallons to have on hand
*Salt - 480# —— twelve 40# bags
*A brush & a skim net with a pole if you don’t already have one
things are moving along!!!! (slowly but surely .....but I was wondering if you guys can give me some ideas on what chemicals I should try to balance?????? my equipment is not connected yet, and while I did receive my test kit, the chemicals need to "circulate", and with out a pump............ any suggestions would be appreciated it!!
.....but I was wondering if you guys can give me some ideas on what chemicals I should try to balance?????? my equipment is not connected yet, and while I did receive my test kit, the chemicals need to "circulate", and with out a pump............ any suggestions would be appreciated it!!
Put a submersible pump in a 5 gallon bucket (to help protect the liner) and lower it to the deep end. Run the hose to the shallow end and viola. Redneck circulation.
Get your CYA and FC going. Post up a full set of test results and we'll go from there.
Get your CYA and FC going. Post up a full set of test results and we'll go from there.
Yes, I got some guys that came over last saturday to pour the deck
... to backfill I used the recommended #57 gravel